Story collections both famous and curious, for readers of all ages.
Why do rhinos have such baggy skin? Discover the answer in this toddler-friendly twist on one of the classic Rudyard Kipling Just So Stories. A friendly boy and a hungry rhino learn that manners—and cake—are best when shared. Have you ever seen a rhino? They have...
When Iris decides to plant a garden, her younger sibling helps dig, water, and watch tiny seeds become beautiful flowers. This soothing bedtime poems for kids piece shows preschoolers the quiet joy of growing things together, ending with an evening sit in their...
Long ago, when the world was new, a lazy Camel refused to work with the other animals. All he would say was "Humph!" Then a magical Djinn appeared with a lesson the Camel would never forget—and that's exactly how the camel got its hump. This classic tale reminds young...
When a rude Rhinoceros gobbles up Cyrus's magnificent cake without so much as a "please," a little lesson in itchiness changes everything. Retold from Rudyard Kipling's beloved just so stories, this cozy bedtime tale explains why rhinoceroses have wrinkly skin — and...
A hungry Whale gobbles up every fish in the sea — until a clever little fish suggests he try something bigger. One swallowed boat and one very unhappy tummy later, the Whale learns his lesson! This playful just so story retelling is full of silly sounds and giggles,...
When a massive whale swallows a shipwrecked sailor, he gets much more than he bargained for in his tummy. Uncover the clever trick behind a just so story that explains why the ocean's biggest creature now only eats the smallest food. In the sea, once upon a time, my...
One of our best farming stories. A potential disaster turns into the most successful day yet for the Coleman family when the community works together. Firefly Farm sat in green hills where the world slowed down. The Coleman family—Helen, Scott, and their children...
Silver is the shiniest rooster on the farm, but he has a lot to learn about being a friend. This rhyming poem story follows his journey from bossy to kind with the help of a gentle horse named Max. Silver Rooster, oh so bright,His feathers shone in morning light.He...
When Henry’s family goes away, he heads to a special camp for a vacation of his own. Filled with swimming, new friends, and a daring squirrel rescue, this is one of those dog bedtime stories that proves home is still the best place to be. Henry the collie, so playful...
Every old house has a story, but this one has a wooden monkey and a heart of gold. Dive into a heartwarming adaptation of one of the classic stories from hans christian andersen, retold specifically for little dreamers. Once upon a time, there was a big, old house...
Everyone thought the old house was just a crumbling ruin, but Reo saw something magical. Join him as he crosses the street to meet a mysterious neighbor in this heartwarming adaptation of a classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale. On a street of shiny new houses,...
A Flea, a Grasshopper, and a Frog decide to have a contest to see who can jump the very highest. Find out who wins the special prize in this gentle retelling of a classic andersen fairy tale that celebrates friendship over winning. Once upon a time, there was a tiny...